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Universe Unit Vocab
Universe Unit Vocabu
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Gravity | the force that governs the universe and keeps celestial objects in orbit. |
| Planet | a celestial body that orbits a star |
| Star | a hot ball of gas that emits light through the process of nuclear fusion |
| Solar System | a collection of celestial objects that orbit a star |
| Nebula | a large collection of gas and dust that is known as the birthplace of stars |
| Galaxy | a giant structure that contains gas, dust, and a vast number of stars |
| Universe | includes all matter and energy |
| Luminosity | The brightness of a celestial object |
| Spectral class | the classification of stars based on their temperatures |
| Hertzsprung-Russell (H-R) Diagram | is used to chart the life cycles of stars |